Motor Vehicle License Tax and Fee

The following comments came from the County Administrator's office and give some clarification regarding the motor vehicle license tax and fee. The main issue involves the fact that the local license tax was applied to vehicles "titled" in the county as opposed to vehicles with a current registration and license plate. To correct the problem the treasurer will utilize a state DVM list of registered and licensed vehicles in order to remit the license fee for vehicles that are "titled" only. Customers will not be charged the local license fee for vehicles that are not registered/licensed for operation on the streets and highways of the county. If a customer has already made payment on a"titled" only vehicle then a refund will be provided.

A second issue involves vehicles that were sold during the year. In these instances the treasurer will attempt to handle on an individual basis, i.e. the customer will need to provide confirmation that the vehicle was sold or transferred in order for the local license fee to be abated.

It is hoped that these comments will help to clear up some of the confusion regarding the motor vehiclelicense tax and fee.